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PhD Physics at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Research degree in physics at Strathclyde across research groups including the Institute of Photonics, ultracold matter and quantum technology, plasmas and semiconductor physics.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Duration: 3 to 4 years  |  Intake: October 2026 to September 2027 start dates  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Independent research within one of the research groups: Institute of Photonics; Ultracold Matter and Quantum Technology; Quantum and Light Matter Interaction Theory; Physics of Space, Earth and Life-Science; Plasmas; Semiconductor Physics.

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Entry requirements

Physics: a Masters or Integrated Masters degree in physics, or a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in physics. Application requires transcripts and certificates of all degrees, two references (one academic), funding or scholarship information and a research proposal of 250 to 1,000 words. English language: IELTS 6.5 if English is not the first language. International applicants may need ATAS clearance.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Tuition per year; same rate for Scotland and England, Wales & Northern Ireland Source

International applicants: GBP 29,350 a year (2026/27). Tuition per year Source

Intake: October 2026 to September 2027 start dates

Duration: 3 to 4 years

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